Graduate Minneapolis

Located in Minneapolis, Minnesota, Graduate Minneapolis is a professional hotel and wedding venue where intellectual curiosity meets a favorite place to stay. This sought-after location has been part of the wedding industry for over 25 years. The industrial venue specializes in unique weddings, making them memorable for each couple and all guests.

Facilities and Capacity

The venue's lush lake house landscape is complemented by dottings of forest green, woodland toile, and details of plum paisley and Corvette red to bring guests home. The lobby is lounge-central for air hockey tournaments or eating from roving food carts serving local flavor. Whether guests are mingling amid the cozy communal tables or by the dramatic fireplace, the venue and its woodsy backdrop offer a unique atmosphere perfect for a joyous occasion. From the Graduate's grand Meridian Ballroom to the intimate & elegant Pinnacle Ballroom, the hotel has the perfect space for couples to host their wedding. The Meridian Ballroom, their most spacious event location, is ideal for bigger celebrations, accommodating up to 350 guests. The grand and elegant room is located in the east wing of the mezzanine level, offering a large pre-function area to greet guests, along with access to a private outdoor terrace. Ideal for smaller gatherings, the Pinnacle Ballroom, located in the west wing of the mezzanine level and also offering pre-function space, can host up to 150 guests and can continue the fun outside on the outdoor terrace. The hotel also boasts a Topgolf Swing Suite, ideal for pre-function gatherings, and two Get Ready Rooms, featuring an elegant lounge area complete with a luxe sitting space and grand mirrors to get ready in.

Services Offered

Whether couples are celebrating their special day as an intimate ceremony or an over-the-top bash, Graduate Minneapolis is guaranteed to make the occasion unforgettable. From setup and cleanup to event planning, Graduate offers numerous services so couples can enjoy their special day. Couples also receive in-house catering along with furniture, linen, china, and glassware. Other accommodations provided include:

• One-bedroom suite for the night of the wedding
• Liability insurance
• Wireless Internet
• Outside vendors
• Pet-friendly attitude
• Chairs, tables, and dance floor
• Barware, flatware, and glassware
• Parking, wheelchair access, and a shuttle

Cuisine

Graduate Minneapolis's creative culinary team will work with couples to concept custom menus and recipes that perfectly reflect each soon-to-be-wed couple. They offer full-service banquets and their signature food carts, providing a delicious touch. From Middle Eastern to Caribbean cuisine, the team offers a wide range of regional food in different presentations, including buffets, stations, family-style, hors d'oeuvres, and plated meals. The venue can also accommodate dietary needs with vegetarian/vegan options and lactose, nut, and gluten-free meals. Their other catering abilities include:

• Cocktail receptions
• French service
• Dessert
• Outside cake
• Servers
• Tastings
• Organic or pork-free cuisine

Location

Nestled in the heart of the University of Minnesota campus between Coffman Memorial Union and a stone's throw from the Gophers' stadium, Graduate Minneapolis is just a short walk from local businesses, the Mississippi River, and beautiful parks. The gorgeous venue is only two miles from the magic of downtown Minneapolis and 12 miles from the Minneapolis−Saint Paul International Airport, making all occasions easily accessible and close to plenty of entertainment and activity options.

Photos

Courtesy of: Vick Photography, Bellagala, Studion 220 Photography, Carina Photographics, Lauren B. Photography

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